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Teacher of Mathematics

Teacher of Mathematics

Weston Favell Academy

Northamptonshire

Salary:
MPS/UPR
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2015

Job overview

Ref: 14-15/WFA/034

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Teacher of Mathematics to join a growing and passionate department in an Academy with great opportunities for development.

The Weston Favell Academy, situated in Northampton, was subject to a Private Finance Initiative (PFI) new build which was completed in August 2009 and now boasts spacious and modern facilities. The Academy is extremely focused on ensuring that each individual is educated and supported to succeed in the world today. The staff at the Academy aim to ensure that every pupil receives the best education possible in a calm, controlled environment enabling self and mutual respect to develop. The Academy, which is supported by the Greenwood Dale Foundation Trust, has made substantial improvements in achievement, teaching, behaviour and leadership.

You will be a qualified teaching professional, either as an experienced Teacher or an NQT, with the capability of engaging and enthusing pupils through a commitment to quality learning. We will also expect you to:

  • have the ability to teach up to A level;
  • be passionate about mathematics;
  • have a commitment to academic excellence;
  • have a dynamic approach to classroom learning and be able to demonstrate a range of behaviour management strategies and teaching skills;
  • share the Trusts’ passion for ensuring that all children can succeed despite the challenges they may face.

The Academy has a very supportive teaching team, committed to promoting high achievement in education. The Academy offers a fantastic setting for training and development and you will have access to an extensive CPD programme and opportunities for further career development through the Academy and the Trust.

Visits to the academy are welcomed. To arrange a mutually convenient time, please contact the Academy on 01604 402121 or email the Principal’s PA Mrs Cosciani jcosciani@westonfavellcademy.org.

For further information on this and other vacancies with the Greenwood Dale Foundation Trust, please visit http://www.greenwoodacademies.org/vacancy/11337/ or call our Recruitment Line on 0115 748 3344.

Applications will be considered on receipt.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position is therefore subject to an enhanced disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

www.greenwoodacademies.org

Weston Favell Academy 11 – 19
Booth Lane South, Northampton NN3 3EZ

Part of the Greenwood Dale Foundation Trust
Chief Executive: Sir Barry Day OBE, Hon DEd, MSc, BA

About Weston Favell Academy

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+44 1604 402 121

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Introduction

Weston Favell Academy is a friendly and supportive environment which is absolutely dedicated to improving the lives of our young people – we want all of our students, and staff, to be the best that they can be. As a member of staff here, you will be joining a dynamic and diverse team that works hard to ensure that all of our students are able to make progress while in our care. Weston Favell is at an exciting stage of its development.  Our progress towards outstanding is clear and we need to continue to grow a strong and committed staff team that is entirely focussed on providing an outstanding education for our young people. 

Background

The Weston Favell Academy is located in the eastern district of Northampton. It is an 11-19 academy with capacity for 1650 pupils, of which 300 will be in the sixth form.

The academy serves a local area which is socially mixed but is close to national averages in most respects. The majority of pupils come from homes defined as ‘white British’; the relatively small proportions of pupils from different ethnic backgrounds are well integrated.   

Context

Since joining the Greenwood Academies Trust in 2012, we have been on a journey of improvement. The culture and ethos of the academy has been transformed – students now demonstrate a positive attitude to learning and are keen to do well. They respond well to their teachers and are keen to engage in learning and an ever increasing range of extra-curricular activities. The academy is predicting improved progress and attainment as the changes in teaching, learning and leadership become embedded.

Team Culture

There is a clear team spirit at Weston Favell and new members of staff would be joining a strong and supportive group of professionals. There are multiple opportunities to work collaboratively to ensure that we are all continuing to improve our practice.  

In September 2016, the Trust launched a new Learning Alliance which supports the development of all staff across the Trust. The Learning Alliance encourages collaboration, reflection and active learning amongst professionals which has a positive impact on the experience and outcomes of our learners across the Trust.

Facilities

The Academy occupies a large, split-level site with extensive sports facilities, including a swimming pool and green spaces. There was a recent major PFI building project which has delivered impressive accommodation to support learning across the curriculum.

Local Information

Due to its central location and idealistic countryside Northamptonshire has one of the highest levels of employment in the country. It is home to thousands of companies, from technology and manufacturing to logistics companies.

Northamptonshire is at the Heart of England’s communications network with great rail links and easy access to the M1, M6, A1, M45 and the A6. This means that the county is perfect for commuting or relocating. Northamptonshire offers the chance to escape a big city without the compromise of giving up the city lifestyle completely. 

Part of the Milton Keynes and South Midlands Growth area, one of four designated Growth Areas in England, Northamptonshire will benefit from 37,000 new homes by 2021. So whether you want to live in a brand new state-of-the-art apartment or in a barn conversion in a rural village setting, Northamptonshire can offer it all. 

Voted in the top 33 per cent of England's happiest places to live according to Rightmove, Northamptonshire offers affordable housing and is one of the UK’s fastest growing counties, which means it is highly favoured by those wanting to strike a good balance between living and making a living.

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